So what happens if you put a 20 watt bulb in a socket meant for 18 watt?

Deja Q

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Sun Dec-14-03 03:33 PM
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So what happens if you put a 20 watt bulb in a socket meant for 18 watt?

WHile getting fish medication, I purchased two new fluorescent bulbs. The new bulbs are 248 lux and are 20 watt, 24".

Got home, put in the bulbs, and then saw the sticker saying 18 watt max. :eyes:

The outlet contains sockets for 2 bulbs.

What will happen if I try using the new bulbs?

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camero

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Sun Dec-14-03 03:36 PM
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1. You're ok

Just use 1 bulb though. Total wattage is what counts. If you use 2, it'll just blow out quicker.

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Alenne

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Sun Dec-14-03 03:37 PM
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2. It will blow out faster

I do it sometimes.

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BlueJazz

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Sun Dec-14-03 03:52 PM
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3. The voltage is still the same.....

the wattage is only for the amount of currant flowing and (maybe) Heat.

The use of 20 watt bulbs in 18 watt sockets is fine.

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Mountainman

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Sun Dec-14-03 03:54 PM
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4. I think the watt police will come to your door.

Say watt?

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BringEmOn

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Sun Dec-14-03 05:38 PM
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5. What happens when you put a dim bulb in the White House?

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mlawson

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Sun Dec-14-03 06:51 PM
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10. We get explosions all over the world??? n/t

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Fuzz

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Sun Dec-14-03 06:00 PM
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6. You'll go back in time!

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NightTrain

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Sun Dec-14-03 06:34 PM
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7. Jesus will cry.

:evilgrin:

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sleipnir

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Sun Dec-14-03 06:42 PM
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8. The 4th Infantry will arrest you next...

n/t

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Swede

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Sun Dec-14-03 06:45 PM
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9. You'll be ok. It's like putting a 1 watt fuse where a 2 watt will go.

It will just not last as long.

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classics

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Sun Dec-14-03 06:52 PM
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11. If the bulbs have external starters

They may not start if the wattage is too high, or be slow to start.

2w isnt much of a difference though, you should be good.

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